Accor commemorates Indonesia’s National Batik Day

In celebration of Hari Batik Nasional [National Batik Day] in Indonesia, Accor presents KarnavALL Batik Indonesia, a programme of activities in over 30 destinations throughout the country.

The immersive experience offers a range of activities, including fashion shows, workshops, exhibitions featuring batik products from local small and medium-sized enterprises, as well as culinary offerings infused with batik themes. 

Guests of all ages will be engaged by everything from interactive activities for children to special discounts for those arriving in batik attire.

Accor chief operating officer for its premium, midscale, and economy division in Asia Garth Simmons remarked: “This celebration not only honours the exquisite art of Batik but also connects tradition with contemporary experiences, allowing our guests to engage with Indonesian culture in meaningful ways. We are proud to support local communities and small and medium-sized enterprises, showcasing their craftsmanship while offering unique and memorable experiences to our guests.“

What activities can guests look forward to?

Mercure Bandung City Centre presents a collaboration with local small and medium-sized enterprise Tlatah Nusantara. This involves a mini batik showcase in the hotel’s lobby, alongside a batik talk and fashion show highlighting the work of seven small- and medium-sized enterprises batik from the wider Bandung area.

At Mövenpick Resort & Spa Jimbaran Bali, national costume designer Inggi Kendran will lead a workshop and talk show to explore the artistry behind Indonesian batik, with guests wearing batik receiving a ten percent discount on food and beverages at Mövenpick Café throughout October.

For those staying at Mercure Samarinda and ibis Samarinda, they can expect a unique collaboration with emerging batik artists, designers, and influencers. The hotels will host a talk show, a workshop, a fashion show, and an exhibition spotlighting small- and medium-sized enterprises involved in the batik trade. Guests are invited to participate in an Instagram challenge, sharing photos of themselves in batik, with the chance to win special prizes.